Join Game Jams Globally Using No Code Game Dev on iPad!
Game jams are one of the best ways to challenge yourself, improve your skills, and meet other game developers. What if you don't have coding experience? That's fine. With hyperPad, our no-code iPad game dev tool, you can jump into a game jam and make something great, fast.
If you've ever wanted to make a game but felt put off by programming, this is your chance. Here are some of the biggest game jams you can join with hyperPad. The dates below are from their 2025 editions, so check each jam's site for the next one.
Game Jams You Can Join
1. Ludum Dare: April 2025
Ludum Dare is one of the biggest and best-known game jams. It gives you 48–72 hours to make a game based on a surprise theme. It's a great way to see what you can build with hyperPad's Behaviors, no code required.
2. Gamedev.js Jam: April 13-26, 2025
Love making web games? This jam focuses on HTML5 games. hyperPad doesn't export to HTML5 or the web, so read the jam's rules first to see whether an iPad game can take part.
3. GoedWare Game Jam #13: February 28-March 10, 2025
A 10-day challenge where you can compete for prizes while showing off your game dev skills. It's a good fit if you want to take your time crafting something unique in hyperPad.
Sign up for GoedWare Game Jam #13
4. Pix3l Jam 2025.1: February 28-March 1, 2025
Love pixel art? This 48-hour jam is all about creative, pixel-based games, and there's even a $10 Steam prize. Use your own pixel-art Graphics or hyperPad's built-in assets, and build the gameplay with Behaviors.
5. Caribbean Pizza Party Jam #2: February 21-22, 2025
A lighthearted, fast-paced jam where creativity comes first. If you love quick prototyping, it's a fun way to test out wild ideas in hyperPad.
Join the Caribbean Pizza Party Jam
Why Use hyperPad for Game Jams?
- No Coding Needed: Make your whole game with a visual, drag-and-drop editor and Behaviors.
- Game Dev on iPad, Anywhere: Build on the go without a computer.
- Fast Prototyping: Turn ideas into playable games quickly, which matters on a short jam deadline.
- Easy Sharing: Publish your game to the hyperPad Hub, or export it to the App Store, to share it with judges, players, and fellow creators.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced creator, a game jam is a great way to challenge yourself and try new ideas. With hyperPad, you don't need a coding background. Bring your iPad and your ideas.
Start Game Dev on iPad
Pick a game jam, open hyperPad, and start creating! Share your progress on Discord, Twitter, and Instagram using #hyperPad, and we might feature your game in our next newsletter.
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